Creative Stampin' Spot

Happy New Year!

2012-01-01T19:31:00.000-07:00

Today is the first day of the new year, Welcome 2012.

I have not been posting very regularly this past year, hopefully I can do better this year. Sometime life gets in the way of things we want to do.

I am feeling so good now after having lost 62 pounds since June 1st. It has a been a lifestyle change and takes much discipline, but it is well worth it.

I will be going back and posting some of the things I have wanted to show you over the past several months.

I am going to do a little blog construction, so stay tuned for a new look for the new year and some blog candy as well.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!!
Barbara

Welcome Diane!

2011-11-01T00:30:00.001-07:00

Welcome to the Dazzling Group.......

Diane Dechaine has joined my downline. I am so happy to have her, she is one very talented lady.

As a new recruit in October, she will receive the Big Shot or $100 of merchandise.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!

~Barbara

Happy Halloween

2011-10-31T09:38:00.000-07:00

This is a TREAT not a Trick..... Stampin' Up! has extended the Big Shot Recruiting Promotion until November 11th, 2011.

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In addition, the new-demonstrator Starter Kit--a steal at just $175--contains over $345 worth of stamp sets, card stock, ink, accessories, and business supplies-everything you need to start your new business.

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Join my team and attend our monthly meetings with other demonstrators who share their love of Stampin' Up!

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May your treats be many and your tricks be few.....Happy Halloween!

~Barbara

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!

Another card for Regionals swapping

2011-08-20T23:15:00.001-07:00

This card was designed by my daughter, Kelsey, she is also a SU! demonstrator. She will not be able to attend the Henderson, NV regional event but she wanted to make swap cards for me to swap for her while I was there.

Here is her card:
Stamps: Button Buddies, Friendly Phrases
Paper: Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Marina Mist, Whisper White
Ink: Soft Suede
Markers: Marina Mist, Daffodil Delight, Soft Suede, Old Olive
Accessories: Marina Mist 1/4" Narrow Grosgrain Ribbon, Pearls, Big Shot, Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder, Eyelet Border Punch, Dimensionals

Thanks for stopping by to see what I am creating for the regional event.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

A Phone call from Holly at Stampin' Up!

2011-08-18T23:00:00.002-07:00

Today I received a phone call from Holly Linford at Stampin' Up!....she asked me if I would be a Workshop WOW presenter at the Henderson, NV regionals on Friday, August 26th.

They are changing things up a bit for the demonstrator presenters, instead of being on stage in front of everyone to do your Workshop WOW presentation, you will be in one of the Demo Booths like they had at Convention. This means you would do the presentation several times.

I am so excited to be asked and of course I said YES! I am going to start creating my projects for my display board right away. I chose my topic to be VINTAGE. Check back when I get everything done and I will share with you my samples.

For today, I will share with you one of my swap cards that I made for swapping at the Regional Event. I will have 3 different designs to swap.
This card features the stamp set from the Occasions Mini Catalog "On the Grow". I also used the "Artistic Etchings" Stamp Set from the Main Idea Book & Catalog.
Paper: Basic Gray, Basic Black, Baja Breeze, Very Vanilla, First Edition DSP
Ink: Basic Black;
Markers: Baja Breeze, Basic Gray, Daffodil Delight, River Rock, More Mustard, Always Artichoke
Other Accessories: Boho Blossoms Punch, Pewter Brads, Dimensionals

Okay I better go and get creating for my presentation. Thanks for stopping by.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Dazzling Divas August 2011

2011-08-12T23:03:00.005-07:00

The Stampin' Up! new year for the Dazzling Divas began with the August meeting. After convention, I did some restructuring of the group. The Dazzling Divas meetings are exclusive for the downline of Barbara Welch, Levels 1 - 5 are invited.

We met at the home of Barbara Welch on Thursday, August 11th. There was laughter, delicious food and stamping of make & takes. Swapping is always a high point of the evening.

Card Make & Take provided by Vicki McClelland:

3-D Project Make & Take provided by Pam Hegarty:
Pam showed us how to take 2 milk carton die cuts and make this adorable octagon box. She was inspired from a class we took at convention in July.

I had a special surprise for everyone; I made altered File Folder Note Pads for taking notes at the meetings. There were 4 different designs that they could choose from. I had all the pieces cut and they chose what they wanted to finish it. Here is mine:
Inside of the Altered File Folder Note Pad:

Our swap theme for this month was a full card featuring a Fun or Fancy Fold. I want to share with your the cards that were swapped:

My Tri-fold card - Marina Mist version:
My Tri-fold card - Rose Red version:

Center Step Card by Linda Rodenberg:

Joy Fold Card by Pam Hegarty:

Center Step Card by Kelsey Welch:

Side Step Card by Jane Rappleyea:

Joy Fold Card by Vicki McClelland:

Center Step Card by Diane Dechaine:
Thanks for stopping by today.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

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2011-07-20T12:29:00.005-07:00

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Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!

~Barbara

Stampin' Addicts Summer Mini Blog Hop

2011-04-29T07:00:00.017-07:00

Welcome to the Stampin' Addicts Summer Mini Blog Hop. I am so glad you have stopped by today. The fun begins on Friday, April 29th at Noon EST and runs through Sunday, May 1st at midnight PST. The hop will feature 22 stops showcasing the new items. This will give you a chance to see some fabulous ideas using these new items. All the featured products will be available for sale in the NEW Summer Mini Catalog which begins on May 1st.

You may be starting here with my blog or perhaps have come from Lisa's Blog, Add Ink and Stamp. She is featuring the set Fabulous Florets, her projects are adorable.

I am featuring the Swirls & Curls Verses ( Level 1 Hostess set from the Summer Mini Catalog) and the Beyond the Garden Designer Series Paper. I have created 4 projects to share with you.

Card Tote

Thinking of You Card

Hello Card

Thanks So Much Card

There are more stops to see, so read through my post, go to the next stop which is Betty's Blog, Kitty Stamp, where she is featuring the NEW Embossing Powders. Then keep going until you have visited all the stops.

Don't forget to leave a comment for me so I know that you were here!!
Check back on Monday and I will post all the details and supplies used to make my cards.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Happy Easter

2011-04-24T00:54:00.001-07:00

Hello Stampers: Today I want to wish all of you a very Happy Easter. I have a card to share that I created using the Easter Blossoms set. Enjoy!

Stamps: Easter Blossoms, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper: Baja Breeze, Pretty in Pink, Certainly Celery, Whisper White
Ink: Baja Breeze, So Saffron, Early Espresso, Pretty in Pink
Accessories: Big Shot, Framed Tulips Embossing Folder, Ovals Die Cut, Large and Small Oval Punches, Paper Snips, Baja Breeze Seam Binding, Dimensionals, Sponge Dauber, Glue Dots

Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Dazzling Divas April Gathering

2011-04-18T22:33:00.004-07:00

We had our downline meeting on Thursday, April 14th...such a great group of ladies I have to get together with each month. We make 2 make & take projects before the meeting and here are the ones we made:

Card Make & Take project by Vicki:

3-D Make & Take Project by Anita:

Towards the end of our meeting we do our swap...it is the most anticipated event of the evening!!
This month our swap theme was to create a Full Card with a Feminine theme, Victorian, Mother's Day, Girls Night, etc........

Kelsey's Swap:

Kelsey's Swap Open (a Tri-Shutter Card):

Diane's Swap:

Grace's Swap:

Jane's Swap:

Vicki's Swap:

Anita's Swap:

Linda's Swap:

Pam's Swap:

My Swap (Joy Fold Card):

For all the details on my swap card see this BLOG POST

Thanks for stopping by today. If you would like to become a demonstrator and attend the Dazzling Divas Meetings, please contact me and I will get you started on your way. I Love What I Do...You Can Too!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

My Dazzling Divas April Swap Card

2011-04-14T23:25:00.002-07:00

Hello Stampers: I am glad you stopped by today. We had our downline meeting tonight and I wanted to share with you the card I created to swap.

This month our swap theme was to create a Full Card with a Feminine theme, Victorian, Mother's Day, Girls Night, etc........

Here is my card, it features the Joy Fold Technique:

Stamps: Mother of Mine (a la Carte stamp from Occasions Mini Catalog), Something to Celebrate (Hostess set from the Occasions Mini Catalog)
Paper: Rose Red, Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Springtime Vintage DSP
Ink: Early Espresso, Rose Red
Accessories: Big Shot, Top Note Die, Perfect Polka Dot and Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folders, Very Vanilla Seam Binding, Pearls, 1-1/4" Square Punch, Scoring Tool

Check back soon to see the Make & Take projects and the swaps from the other Dazzling Divas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Happy Thoughts......

2011-04-11T00:43:00.000-07:00

make happy days........that is so true. Last week I had some outpatient surgery and feel so much better now that it is over and I am off the pain meds. I can't wait to be in my stamp studio creating projects again. So for now I will show you a bright and cheery card that I created for swapping at the Spring Fling Event that I attended.

Stamps: Apple Blossoms (Level 2 Hostess Set)
Paper: Peach Parfait, Pear Pizzazz, Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo, Whisper White
Ink: Peach Parfait, Pear Pizzazz, Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight
Accessories: Scallop Square and 1-1/4" Square Punches, Dimensionals, Pumpkin Pie Taffeta Ribbon, Rhinestones

Have a happy day everyone and thanks for stopping by.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Lights Out!!

2011-04-05T22:30:00.001-07:00

You see I am going to bed early tonight because tomorrow morning is the first day to register for the Stampin' Up! Convention. I have my alarm set and will be waking up early at 6AM Phoenix time to get online to register!!

I have been wanting to share this card with you for a few weeks now and keep forgetting. So here it is today!!! I am not a big fan of "shape" cards, but when I saw this idea at my friend Linda's house, I knew I had to give it a try. I loved hers so much, that I created one in the colors of my stamp studio.

Paper: Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake, Elegant Soiree DSP
Accessories: Baja Breeze Seam Binding, Sticky Strip, Pearls

This was a fun card to make, No stamps and No Ink!

Thanks for stopping by today! See you here again soon!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Last Chance for Sale-A-Bration

2011-03-30T00:30:00.000-07:00

Sale-A-Bration is coming to an end on March 31st. Here is a card I created using some of my FREE items that I earned during Sale-A-Bration...........

I created this card using one of our a la Carte Single Stamps "Tiny Teacup" and the Sale-A-Bration "Ice Cream Parlor DSP Pack" which is FREE with a $50. purchase. With an additional $50. purchase you can also get the "Ice Cream Parlor Ribbon and Button Pack" which I also used on this card.
Stamps: Tiny Teacup
Paper: Old Olive, Peach Parfait, Pacific Point, Ice Cream Parlor DSP, Whisper White
Ink: Pacific Point, Dafodil Delight, Melon Mambo
Access: Scallop Border, 2-3/8" Scallop, 2-1/2" Circle Punches; Dimensionals, Ice Cream Parlor Ribbon and Buttons, Linen Thread, Glue Dots

If you are interested in getting in on the last minute Sale-A-Bration order, please contact me no later than Noon on March 31st.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

More Easter Blossoms

2011-03-26T00:22:00.002-07:00

Do you have this set yet? If not, it is a must have. I love the versatility of this set.
Today I want to share another card I created with this set. I love the soft colors for Spring.

Stamps: Easter Blossoms
Paper: Pink Pirouette, Whisper White, Early Espresso
Ink: Early Espresso, Pink Pirouette
Accessories: Scallop Trim Border and Corner Punches, Small and Large Tag Punches, Pretty in Pink Taffeta Ribbon, Itty Bitty Buttons, Linen Thread, Dimensionals

Thanks so much for stopping by today!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Springtime Smiles

2011-03-20T00:09:00.001-07:00

HAPPY SPRING..........

I love Spring and the smell after a rain in the dessert. Also, the temperatures are perfect here in Arizona in Spring.

I made this card using the Easter Blossoms set to celebrate Spring.

Stamps: Easter Blossoms
Paper: Baha Breeze, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Whisper White
Ink: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso; Marker: Baja Breeze
Accessories: Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Scallop Oval and Large Oval Punches, Scallop Trim Border Punch, Baja Breeze Seam Binding, Pearls, Dimensionals

Thanks so much for stopping by today and come back soon for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Dazzling Divas March Gathering

2011-03-15T22:34:00.002-07:00

Hello stampers, I want to share with you today the Make & Take projects from the Dazzling Divas March Meeting and the Swaps I received.

3-D Make & Take project, provided by Pam Hegarty

The card Make & Take project, provided by Linda Rodenberg

We were all in the Spring and Easter mood for our swap too. You could make a 3-D item or full card.
Kelsey's Swap:

Linda's Swap:

Jane's Swap:

Anita's Swap:

Grace's Swap:

Pam's Swap:

Vicki's Swap:

My swap:

Supplies and more details can seen in this POST

Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you enjoyed seeing all the creativity of the ladies in my group.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Happy Birthday Ryder!

2011-03-12T18:46:00.002-07:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RYDER!!!

Today was Ryder's First Birthday. He is such a sweet little boy. My daughter, Kelsey, is his full-time nanny and I am the "other nanny". I step in when she has to leave for school a couple afternoons a week. We celebrated with him and his family this afternoon. He had 2 birthday outfits one for eating cake, and one for opening presents.

Card made by Kelsey for Ryder:

Card made by me for Ryder:

Thanks for stopping by, check back soon for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Dazzling Divas Swap

2011-03-10T23:07:00.002-07:00

It is time for the Dazzling Divas to get together for our March meeting. The swap theme for this month is "Anything Goes with a Spring/Easter Theme". I love Spring and the colors associated with it always make me smile.

Here is what I created to swap with each of the gals tonight. A watering can filled with flowers, what better way to say "Hello Spring"! I made the largest flowers in three colors Poppy Parade, Peach Parfait, Daffodil Delight. They are mounted onto Wilton lollipop sticks with hot glue.

Large Poppy Parade Flower

Large Peach Parfait Flower

Overview of my swap

Stamps: Baroque Motifs, Clearly For You, Tiny Tags
Paper: Certainly Celery, Daffodil Delight, Poppy Parade, Peach Parfait, Whisper White
Ink: Old Olive, Early Espresso
Accessories: Big Shot, Fun Flowers Die, Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Petal Cone Die, Little Leaves Sizzlit Die, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Silver Brads, Rhinestones, Sponge Dauber, Sticky Strip, Dimensionals, Glue Dots; Wilton Lollipop Sticks (non SU!), Hot Glue (non SU!)

Thanks for stopping by, check back next week to see the make & takes and the rest of the gals swaps from the meeting.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Birthday Banner for Ryder

2011-03-06T20:14:00.001-07:00

I love making banners and this one is for a very special little boy.
I am very fortunate to be his nanny, he is so sweet and the best baby ever. Ryder is turning one on March 12th, so I made this banner for him. We will use it as part of the decorations for the party and then it can hang in his room.

Paper: Pacific Point, Bashful Blue, Real Red, Celebrations DSP
Accessories: Jumbo Eyelets, Crop-a-Dile, Natural Rope Twine (retired SU!), Big Shot, Pennant Die, Serif Alphabet Dies, Large Circle Dies, 1", 1-1/4" & 1-3/8" Circle Punches, Dimensionals

I hope you will be inspired to create a banner for someone special in your life.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Dazzling Divas February Swaps

2011-02-27T14:32:00.012-07:00

Today I want to share with you the swaps from my very talented group of stampers. These ladies are amazing and I am so proud of each of them. Our theme was to make a full card using anything from the Occasions Mini Catalog.

Kelsey's card (our newest Dazzling Diva), Eat Chocolate Set:

Pam's card, Create a Cupcake Set and Punch:

Anita's card (gift card holder), Create a Cupcake Set and Punch

Vicki's card, Build A Blossom Set and Punch:

Diane's card, Baby Blossoms Set:

Linda's card, Very Vanilla Seam Binding & Fun Flowers Big Shot Die:

Jane's card, Bold Blossom Set & Button, Button Set

My swap card, Sew Suite Set & Pattern Pieces Set:

Stamps: Sew Suite
Paper: Melon Mambo, Pear Pizzazz, Regal Rose, Rose Red, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Rose Red, Sahara Sand
Accessories: Circle Punches, Large & Small Gold Brads, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Dimensionals, Pear Pizzazz Seam Binding Ribbon, Sticky Strip, Big Shot, Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder

I hope you enjoyed seeing all the creative talent in my Dazzling Divas group. If you want to join our group, please contact me and I will help you get started with your own stamping business.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

February Dazzling Divas Gathering

2011-02-26T10:34:00.003-07:00

MAKE & TAKES ARE A HIT!
I am going to back up a bit to show you the Make & Takes from our Dazzling Divas gathering for February. We met at my home on Thursday, February 10th and after a delicious dinner we settled in for some stamping time.

First we made a 3-D project that I designed. I used the petal cone die and adjusted the bottom portion to make it into a box.

Petal Cone Box with Fun Flower Embellishment

Stamps: Clearly for You, You're a Gem Paper: Baja Breeze, Very Vanilla, Elegant Soiree DSP Ink: Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Baja Breeze Accessories: Big Shot, Petal Cone Die, Fun Flowers Die, Chantilly Crochet Lace, Vintage Brads, Stamping sponge

Close-up of the box:

Our next Make & Take is a card that was provided by Jane. Notice it is a CASE from the cover of the Occasions Mini Catalog. She used the new Build A Blossom Stamp Set and Coordinating Punch.

Stamps: Build a Blossom, Bold Blossom
Paper: Wild Wasabi, Daffodil Delight, Very Vanilla, Melon Mambo, Regal Rose, DSP Prints
Ink: Wild Wasabi, Melon Mambo
Accessories: Big Shot, Framed Tulips Embossing Folder, Petal Cone Die, Seam Binding, Sweet Stitches Big Buttons, Hemp Cord, Dimensionals

I am glad you stopped by today for some creative inspiration. Coming next: I will share the swaps from the group, so be sure to check back.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

In Color Fun Flowers

2011-02-25T20:51:00.012-07:00

I have been absent from blogging for a couple weeks, funny how life has a way of taking over your time. Today I want to share some of the things I have been working on.

I love the Level 1 Hostess In Color DSP Patterns Pack and have been thinking about some different things to do with these papers. I decided to make some FUN FLOWER EMBELLISHMENTS!!!!

No stamping involved; I used the Big Shot and The Fun Flowers Die, DSP Patterns In Color Pack (hostess Level 1), Vintage Brads, In Color Ribbons, Chantilly Crochet Lace, In Colors Cardstock (where needed).
Each flower is 6 layers (2 of each flower size), crunched each one in my hand, carefully unfolded each one and assembled them together with ribbon in the middle and a Vintage Brad. They are so fun to make!!

Blushing Bride:

Peach Parfait:

Pear Pizzazz:

Poppy Parade:

Concord Crush:

I am so glad that you stopped by today and I hope you like the Fun Flowers. You can click on the photo for an enlarged view.

If you would like to place an order for the items needed to make these, please contact me and I will help you order everything you need. Remember it is Sale-A-Bration time, with each $50. purchase, you will receive a free Sale-A-Bration item.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Stampin' Addicts Organized Swaps

2011-02-07T11:52:00.006-07:00

SA Group from Leadership

You can guarantee a great time when the SA gals meet at a Stampin' Up! event. Here are Sara (lillyinkpad), Laura (Scrappin Auntie) and me (cre8tivestamper)

Any event with stamper's always involves swapping. Trina did a fabulous job of organizing this for us. There were 2 groups for swapping; one for cards and one for 3-D.

Feel free to CASE my designs, please give me credit and refer to this blog post.

Create-A-Cupcake Card

Stamps: Create-a-Cupcake
Paper: Pretty in Pink, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Pretty in Pink Patterns DSP
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink; Markers: Real Red, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Tasteful Trim Die, Build-a-Cupcake Punch, Crystal Effects, Dimensionals, Modern Label Punch, Rhinestones, Pretty in Pink 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon

Newsprint Coaster Calendar

Paper: Newsprint DSP, Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: Big Shot, Floral Fusion Sizzlit Die, Black Striped Wide Grosgrain Ribbon, Rectangle Coaster, Crystal Rhinestone Brads, Crop-A-Dile, Glue Dots

Thanks for stopping by today, I hope you will check back soon for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

SCS Organized Swaps for Leadership

2011-02-05T16:48:00.004-07:00

I signed up for Lyssa's annual GWTW Organized Swap on SCS....the swaps are always gorgeous. This year was no exception, everyone in the groups did a fantastic job.

Feel free to CASE my designs, and please give me credit and link back to this blog post.

Here are Lyssa and I

Sew Suite

Stamps: Sew Suite
Paper: Melon Mambo, Pear Pizzazz, Regal Rose, Rose Red, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Rose Red, Sahara Sand
Accessories: Circle Punches, Large & Small Gold Brads, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Dimensionals, Pear Pizzazz Seam Binding Ribbon, Sticky Strip, Big Shot, Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder

Valentine Defined

Stamps: Valentine Defined
Paper: Basic Black, Riding Hood Red, Very Vanilla, Love Letters DSP
Ink: Riding Hood Red, Basic Black
Accessories: Small Oval Punch, Vintage Trinkets Safety Pins, Chantilly Crochet Trim, Markers: Riding Hood Red, Basic Black, Crystal Effects

Create-A-Cupcake

Stamps: Create a Cupcake
Paper: Elegant Soiree DSP, Baja Breeze, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla
Ink: Soft Suede, Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Pearls, Large Oval and Scalloped Oval Punch, Build a Cupcake Punch, Dimensionals, Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon

I am so glad you stopped by today, check back for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

My Leadership General Swaps

2011-02-04T14:58:00.012-07:00

What would a SU! event be without swapping!! I received so many awesome swaps this year. Here are my general swap cards:

Stamps: On Your Birthday
Paper: Rich Razzleberry, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Newsprint DSP
Ink: Rich Razzleberry

Stamps: Valentine Defined
Paper: Basic Gray, Pink Pirouette, Real Red, Love Impressions DSP, Red Glimmer Paper
Ink: Basic Gray, Real Red, Pink Pirouette

My General 3-D Swaps were inspired by Becky Roberts. I received one of these adorable mini notepad key rings from her and loved the idea. Here is my take on them:

Stamps: Punch Bunch (SAB)
Various Colors of CS, Ribbons, DSP

I am so glad that you stopped by today, leave a comment and let me know that you were here. Tomorrow I will share more of the highlights from Leadership.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Leadership 2011

2011-02-03T12:17:00.008-07:00

Check In day at the Gaylord Opryland Resort, this was a beautiful venue for Leadership.

Walking around the Gaylord, Laura and I find our friend Jan!

Gift for each of my roomies!!and a few special friends.

I put together this Leadership goodie bag! Warm, comfy socks, lip gloss, anti-bac gel and holder, tin of mints, and gloves which feature a Candy Cane Fabric embellishment cut using the Big Shot and the Circle Dies and a Candy Cane Button in the center..... they came in handy since it was sooo cold there in Nashville.

Tomorrow I will recap Day One of Leadership. Swaps, Memento Mall and Opening Session.
See you back here!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

January Swaps from the Dazzling Divas's

2011-02-02T10:19:00.016-07:00

Sit back and enjoy the lovely designs from our January Dazzling Divas Swap. Everyone in this group is amazingly talented, and it shows.

Jane's Swap:

Grace's Swap:

Vicki's Swap:

Pam's Swap:

Anita's Swap:

Diane's Swap:

Linda's Swap:

My swap:

More info on my swap can be found HERE in this post.

I am so glad you stopped by today, I look forward to sharing some of the Leadership highlights during this week. I hope you will check back soon.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

All Hearts Dazzling Diva's

2011-02-01T09:45:00.002-07:00

We had our downline meeting the day after I returned from Leadership, can you imagine the frenzy, but once I arrived at Linda's it was so relaxing and so much fun. Our swap theme was "Anything Goes-Hearts".

Here is my swap:

I found these adorable tins at Target One Spot. I added a Valentine Dish Towel, a stamped 3 x 3 card and tag for each plus chocolate.

The tag and 3x 3 card were CASE'd from my friend Laura. Thanks girlfriend!

3 x 3 card Supplies:
Stamps: Tiny Tags
Paper: Pink Pirouette, Whisper White, Real Red, Glitter Paper
Ink: Real Red
Accessories: Scallop Heart of Hearts Embosslit, Big Shot, Small Heart Punch, Large Heart Punch, Jewelry Tag Punch, Rhinestone, Dimensionals

Tag:
Stamps: Love You Much
Paper: Real Red, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White, Pretty in Pink Patterns DSP
Ink: Real Red
Accessories: Scallop Circle Punch, Heart to Heart Punch, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, Sponge Dauber, Dimensionals, 1/8" Real Red Taffeta Ribbon

Thanks for stopping by and check back tomorrow when I will share the other gals swaps from the meeting.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

It's a Sale-A-Bration.....

2011-01-28T08:37:00.014-07:00

Welcome to the 2011 Stampin' Addicts Sale-A-Bration Blog Hop, showcasing the wonderful FREE items you can earn for each $50. purchase from the Stampin' Up! Sale-A-Bration catalog!

If you are going in order, you just arrived from Heidi's blog Running with Scissors, she did an awesome job featuring the single stamp Homemade. If you are starting here, you can view all 21 blogs by clicking on the links at the bottom of each post, but if you get lost, not to worry! Just click on the banner above for a complete list.

Welcome to stop #8, I will be showcasing the single stamp For You Flower. This single stamp is very versatile and can be used for any occasion.

Do you like the vintage style? This card measures 3" x 6" finished. I used the Love Letter DSP, coordinating colors of Riding Hood Red, Basic Black, and Very Vanilla cardstock. I added a vintage brad and Chantilly crocheted lace.

This card is 5" x 5" square finished size. I love the Elegant Soireee DSP, I took the colors from the paper, Baja Breeze, Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake, Soft Suede to design this card. Also used is the Vanilla Satin Ribbon and Pearls embellishments.

I used the petal cone die from the Occasions Mini catalog to create this stamper's necessities pouch...it has my scissors, snail adhesive and M&M's tucked inside.
Below is a close-up of the focal point. I used the Pawsitively Prints II DSP, coordinating cardstock in Tempting Turquoise, So Saffron and Poppy Parade Ribbon. The rhinestones add a touch of bling to the circle around the flower image.

I hope you have enjoyed seeing my design using this stamp - For You Flower. Now it is time to continue the hop by going to Lisa's Blog, Add Ink and Stamp. She has some adorable projects featuring the single stamp Tiny Teacup.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

I'm leaving on a jet plane......

2011-01-11T09:30:00.000-07:00

I am off to the Stampin' Up! Leadership Conference in Nashville, TN. I will be there all week and will try to post each day and show you the swap cards I am taking with. Two of the organized swaps are not until Friday, so I will have to wait and show them later on in the week. But not to worry, I will post when I can, so be sure to check back.

To all my demonstrator friends, safe travels and I will see you in Nashville!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Blog Hop Project Recipes

2011-01-03T00:30:00.002-07:00

I hope you enjoyed the Stampin' Addicts Blog Hop. You can see the projects in this POST. In an effort to keep the blog hop running smooth, I decided to wait to post recipes for each project that I featured.

Vintage Birthday Card
Stamps: Bring on the Cake
Paper: Love Letter DSP, Riding Hood Red, Early Espresso, Very Vanilla
Ink: Early Espresso
Access: Crochet Lace Trim, Pearls, Scallop Trim Border Punch, Dimensionals

Happy Birthday Cupcakes Card
Stamps: Bring on the Cake
Paper: Play Date DSP, Tempting Turquoise, Real Red, So Saffron, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black; Markers: Real Red, Tempting Turquoise, So Saffron
Access: Build-a-Cupcake Punch, Real Red 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals, Crystal Effects

8 x 8 Scrapbook Page
Stamps: Bring on the Cake
Paper: Play Date DSP, Tempting Turquoise, Real Red, So Saffron, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black; Markers: Real Red, Tempting Turquoise, So Saffron
Access: Circle Punches, Lg, Scallop Circle Punch, So Saffron 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon

Birthday Party Favor
Stamps: Bring on the Cake
Paper: Tempting Turquoise, Play Date DSP, Whisper White
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Real Red
Access: Big Shot, Petal Cone Die, 3/4", 1" Circle Punches, Silver Brads, Sticky Strip

Thanks for stopping back in today for the recipes. You can begin ordering the products from the Occasions Mini Catalog on Tuesday, January 4th. If you would like to place an order for any of the items I used on my projects, please contact me via email at cre8tivestamper@cox.net.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

SA Occasions Mini Blog Hop

2010-12-31T00:20:00.004-07:00

Welcome to stop #9 of the Stampin' Addicts Occasions Mini-Catalog Blog Hop! All the featured products will be available for sale in the NEW Occasions Mini Catalog which begins on January 4th.

You may be starting here with my blog or perhaps have come from Lisa's Blog, Add Ink and Stamp. She is featuring the set Easter Blossoms, her projects are very pretty. There are 23 other stops, so read through my post, go to the next stop, then keep going until you have visited all the stops.

This stop features the set, BRING ON THE CAKE and the BUILD-A-CUPCAKE punch. I have created 4 projects using this stamp set, and one card features the punch. ENJOY!

Vintage Birthday Card using Love Letter DSP, and a stamped image from the Bring on the Cake Stamp Set.

Happy Birthday Cupcakes - I used the Build-A-Cupcake Punch to create the cupcakes and a stamped image from the Bring on the Cake Stamp Set, I also used more of the Play Date DSP.

What better way to remember a birthday than on a 8" x 8" Scrapbook Page. This one matches the above card with the Play Date DSP. I added the various shapes of punches to layer the stamped images from the Bring on the Cake Stamp Set, all you need to do is add a photo.

My final project is a Birthday Party Favor using the Petal Cone Die and a stamped image from the Bring on the Cake Stamp Set. I am loving the Play Date DSP can't you tell!! I filled it with Hershey Kisses!!

I am so glad you stopped by my blog today. If you like what you see, please leave a comment and let me know your favorite project. I will post the full recipes for each project on Monday, so be sure to check back.

Now it is time to go to the next stop, Carmen's Blog, Stamping Addiction, where she features the Create A Cupcake Stamp Set which coordinates with the Build-A-Cupcake punch that I used. You'll love her fabulous projects!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

weSTAMP Christmas Party

2010-12-28T02:00:00.002-07:00

I enjoyed a wonderful evening with 23 other stampers on Tuesday, December 7th at the home of Lorri Heiling. Everyone brought something delicious to eat and Rachele created an awesome Make & Take project for us to make. Lorri read a story that she wrote entitled "Twas the Day Before My Stampin' Up! Preorder Came", you can see her blog post HERE for the entire poem. So cute!! She read this story during our gift exchange.

Here is the Make & Take project Rachele designed....isn't this the most adorable house!!

Below is the gift I made for the gift exchange, it is a 8 x 8 framed Christmas collage using Stampin' Up! stamps, cardstock, DSP, and accessories.

Here is the wonderful gift I received, made by Patti, a candle tray with 3 candles wrapped in embossed metal sheeting.

I gave one of these to each weSTAMPer that attended the party, inside I put some candy and placed a hand-stamped tag on the top. (The little favor boxes were from Target. I found them in my Christmas stash)

These homemade cookies were from Lorri & Nancy for each of the weSTAMPer's, they were so yummy!! Lorri got the recipe for these Homemade Oreo Cookies HERE.

And finally, here is Lorri (she is so adorable to pose for a picture) at the end of the party modeling her apron and cupcake oven mitt, a gift to her made by Terri, using the Candy Cane Fabric from Stampin' Up! Isn't this the cutest idea!

I am so glad you stopped by today. I will continue to post things from the month of December until I get caught up.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Gifts from Dazzling Divas Exchange

2010-12-27T02:00:00.001-07:00

As promised yesterday, today I want to share with you the gifts that were made by the other gals in the Dazzling Divas group for our Christmas Gift Exchange.

Linda made this beautiful JOY banner:

Pam made an awesome wooden stand that holds calendar pages for the entire year and each page is embellished for the theme of the month. Here is January:

Here is February - love the details!

Diane gave each of us this beautiful decorated bag with one her awesome sculpted flowers and an insulated Starbucks tumbler (she hurt her wrist and was not able to stamp very much), love how the SU! DSP matches the tumbler.

Vicki made this beautifully decorated box (inspired by Diane from our November meeting make & take) for each of us:

And look what is inside...bunches of gift tags!!

Anita made each of us a set of 6 tile coasters:

Grace gave each of us this wonderful glittered box and inside was a little anti-bac hand gel and a scent clip for the car:

Jane made each of us this cute little reindeer pouch with goodies stuffed inside:

You can see my gift that I exchanged in this POST! Thanks so much for stopping by! Tomorrow I will show you highlights from the weSTAMP group Christmas Party.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Dazzling Divas Christmas Dinner Party

2010-12-26T02:00:00.005-07:00

I was excited to get the house all decorated and prepare for my stamping group Christmas Dinner Party. The Dazzling Divas gathered at my home on Thursday December 2nd. First we enjoyed appetizers and some girl talk in the kitchen.....

Above: Pam, Linda, Diane enjoying appetizers

Above (sorry it is blurry): Linda, Diane, Barbara, Grace

...then we went into the Dining Room where the table was set for dinner. We all sat together for dinner and dessert, then exchanged gifts.

Before saying goodnight, we all posed for a picture on the stairs.........

after several takes, we all got SILLY!!

Here is the gift that I made for the Gift Exchange: A 2011 Planner

I used Retired or Discontinued Stampin' Up! products for these gifts. We all decided ahead of time that since these were gifts it would be okay to use up some of the products we had that we can no longer use in our SU! business.
I covered the front and back covers with DSP, added some ribbon. I used the Big Shot to die cut the Butterflies and Embossing Folders to add some details. I also used Rhinestones to add a little sparkle. I am really happy with the way they turned out.

Thanks so much for stopping by today, check back tomorrow and I will show you the gifts the other gals made for the exchange.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Merry Christmas Everyone!

2010-12-25T02:00:00.001-07:00

It is Christmas Day and here in Phoenix, the temperature is 72 and sunny. So there will be no white Christmas for us.

This year has been very busy for me and December was here before I was ready. I didn't get my hand stamped Christmas Cards made to send out to everyone. I did have good intentions and designed this card. For those that received one consider yourself very special as I didn't get very many finished.

Stamps: Dasher, Perfect Punches
Paper: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke, Whisper White
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso
Access: 1-3/4" Circle Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, Always Artichoke Seam Binding, Rhinestones,
Big Shot, Northern Flurry Embossing Folder, Dimensionals

So when time was running out, we decided to go with the Christmas Photo Cards. This year the photo is of Bryan, (holding Logan), and Kelsey standing next to their cars. Bryan has a 2006 Dodge Magnum, Black with white stripes and Kelsey has a 2007 Ford Mustang GT, Black with pink stripes...they love their cars and what better way to show them off. Kind of cool don't you think.

Merry Christmas to each of you and your families. Thanks for stopping by today!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Christmas All Through the House

2010-12-24T02:07:00.001-07:00

It is Christmas Eve and we are all ready for a fabulous evening with friends and family. I thought I would show you a look at all the decorations in the house. You can click on the photo to see a closer view.
The entryway

Logan is on guard in the living room (sitting on the couch he is not allowed on)

The largest of all the trees sits in the corner of the Living Room

The second largest tree is in the Family Room and is decorated with Snowman themed ornaments

The third tree is in the Dining Room and is decorated with Gingerbread/Sweets/Cooking Themed ornaments

The buffet in the dining room is decorated with all the past years framed Christmas Card photos, it is so fun to put them out each year and see how the kids have changed from year to year.

Even the kitchen has a few decorations

This little tree in the upstairs hallway, it is decorated with the Hallmark Miniature Ornaments.

The second tree in the upstairs hallway has some hand-stamped ornaments

I used a piece of chipboard, covered with cardstock and stamped the images. Some of the images are cut out. I added some glitter to the center of the stamped snowflake images.

I hope you have enjoyed a look into our home decorated for Chirstmas. Let the fun begin. I want to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Filled with Love Promotion

2010-12-22T10:16:00.008-07:00

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Thank you for hanging in there with me during my
absence from updating my blog. Life has a way of getting in the way of things sometimes. Here is the latest promotion from Stampin' Up! A great way to get ready for Valentine's Day!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!

~~Barbara

Simply Amazing Offer to Join my Team

2010-11-15T21:45:00.002-07:00

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Stampin’ Up! just announced that the Starter Kit, Standard or Digital

It’s Simply Amazing that you can get $310 worth of awesome Stampin Up! products for only $87.50 when you sign up to be a demonstrator!

I would love to have you become part of my team. Contact me and we can discuss the details.

This offer is for a limited time - November 15th - 30th.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Jolly Old Saint Nick for SCCOLOR37

2010-11-10T23:48:00.005-07:00

It's Wednesday and that means color challenge day over on Stampin' Connection.

Here is the card that I created using the colors Real Red, Marina Mist, Old Olive and Whisper White.

Stamp Set: Jolly Old Saint Nick
Paper: Marina Mist, Real Red, Old Olive, Whisper White, Candy Cane Christmas DSP
Ink: Basic Black; Markers Real Red, Blush Blossom
Access: Big Shot, Tasteful Trim Die, Sticky Strip, Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals, Rhinestones, Two Way Glue Pen, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter

Thanks for stopping by today. I hope to see you back here soon for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

weSTAMP October Gathering

2010-11-06T02:00:00.003-07:00

Each month I look forward to meeting with this awesome group of creative ladies. At our weSTAMP meetings we always have delicious snacks, great conversation and stamping. For Ocotber, the swap theme was anything with a Christmas/Winter theme.

We started the evening off with our Make & Take project that was provided by Linda Rodenberg. She had everything ready for us to make this adorable little Santa's Hat.

Then comes the Door Prize drawing.....if you win then you make the prize for the following month. Guess what??? I WON!!!! and look what Eileen made...isn't it gorgeous.

Swapping is always a favorite highlight of the evening.....Here is the 3D Candy Bar Favor I made to swap.......

Stamps: A Cute Christmas, Tiny Tags
Paper: Real Red, Baja Breeze, Whisper White, Candy Cane Christmas DSP
Ink: Basic Black, Bashful Blue; Markers: Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Basic Gray
Access: Big Shot, Scallop Square Clear Die, Circle Punches, Jewelry Tag Punch, 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon (cut in half), Aqua Painter, mini safety pin, Dimensionals, Crop-A-Dile.

To see everyone's swaps from the October weSTAMP meeting, Lorri has them on her blog HERE.

Thanks so much for stopping by and check back to see more creative ideas.
Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Birthday RAK from Linda

2010-11-05T14:26:00.006-07:00

The birthDAY turns into birthday week......we are still celebrating. My good friend Linda took me out to BJ's for lunch Tuesday and look at what she brought.....not one, but two decorated gift bags with goodies inside and a beautiful matching card. So beautiful, creative, and a perfect gift! She had a nice bottle of wine in the tall bag and this adorable wine glass in the other bag. Thanks Linda!

close up of tall bag details

close up of other bag details

Card from Linda - love these colors!!

Thanks Linda for a wonderful day of lunch and shopping!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Birthday RAK from Lorri

2010-11-05T14:03:00.004-07:00

My good friend and downline, Lorri, stopped by my house on my birthday and look what she brought.......this adorable Owl mug, Owl themed linen towel, and a matching card all for me!!!

Card from Lorri!

Thanks so much Lorri for thinking of me on my birthday!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Birthday RAK from Diane

2010-11-05T13:01:00.007-07:00

Look at this gorgeous, and most thoughtful gift from my good friend, Diane. She took me out for lunch for my birthday and brought along this surprise for me. WOW!!! Inside the tote was a beautiful hair clip and fall votive holders.

Card to go with it!

Thanks Diane for lunch and this beautiful handmade gift.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Wednesday Color Challenge Card

2010-11-03T06:35:00.002-07:00

Today is Color Challenge Wednesday over on Stampin' Connection. I host this each week and so this week I am using colors that are in the Autumn Spice DSP.
Day of Gratitude Easel Card, Closed

Day of Gratitude Easel Card, Open

Stamps: Day of Gratitude
Paper: Autumn Spice DSP, Early Espresso, Cajun Craze, More Mustard, Very Vanilla
Ink: Old Olive, Cajun Craze, More Mustard, Early Espresso
Access: Vintage Brads, Square Punches, Decorative Label Punch, 5/8" Early Espresso Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals

Another Day of Gratitude Card

Stamps: Day of Gratitude
Paper: Autumn Spice DSP, Early Espresso, Cajun Craze, More Mustard, Very Vanilla
Ink: Old Olive, Cajun Craze, More Mustard, Early Espresso
Access: Vintage Brads, 1-3/8" Square Punch, Decorative Label Punch, 5/8" Early Espresso Grosgrain Ribbon, Linen Thread, Dimensionals

Thanks so much for stopping by today. I hope you will check back for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!!
~~Barbara

Portland Regionals Make & Take Projects

2010-11-02T06:00:00.003-07:00

I wanted to share with you today the Make & Take projects that I made while attending the Portland, Oregon Regionals Event. I actually finished them while I was there, unlike other times when I bring them home and finish them. This time, I did add a few things to mine that SU! didn't have on the original samples.

Cards

Thank You Sleeve

Gratitude Scrapbook Page

Stamps: Day of Gratitude
Paper: Cajun Craze, Old Olive, Whisper White, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Early Espresso
Ink: Cajun Craze, Old Olive, Crumb Cake; Markers: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Cajun Craze, Old Olive
Access: Pearl Basic Jewels, Decorative Label, 3/4" Circle Punches, Dimensionals, Old Olive 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, Paper Snips, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Mini Library Clip, Paper Piercing Tool and Mat Kit

Check back tomorrow for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Portland Regionals Swap Cards

2010-11-01T09:48:00.002-07:00

I had the opportunity to attend the Stampin' Up! Regionals event in Portland, Oregon on October 22nd. What would a Stampin' Up! event be without swaps? Today I want to share with you the swaps I made to take with me.

Ghosts in the Pumpkin Patch

Stamps: Autumn Harvest, Wicked Cool
Paper: Concord Crush, Old Olive, Peach Parfait, So Saffron, Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Old Olive
Access: Punches: Bird, Owl, Bitty Bat, Large Oval, 1-1/4" Circle; Concord Crush Ribbon, Dimensionals, White Gel Pen, Peach Parfait Marker

Die Cut Leaves

Stamps: Grateful Greetings
Paper: Cajun Craze, Old Olive, More Mustard, Crumb Cake, Autumn Spice DSP, Very Vanilla
Ink: Cajun Craze, Crumb Cake
Access: Large Oval and Scallop Oval Punches, Scallop Border Punch, Big Shot, Leaves #2 Die, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Stylus, Sponge Dauber, Dimensionals, Gold Brads

Happy Birthday

Stamps: Fast & Fabulous, Curly Cute
Paper: Marina Mist, Pear Pizzazz, so Saffron, Pacific Point, Whisper White
Ink: Pacific Point, Marina Mist, So Saffron
Access: Marina Mist 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Eyelet Border Punch, Rhinestones, Dimensionals

Snowman Season's Greetings

Stamps: A Cute Christmas, Curly Cute
Paper: Real Red, Garden Green, Baja Breeze, Whisper White, Candy Cane Christmas DSP
Ink: Basic Black, Real Red; Markers: Baja Breeze, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Soft Suede, Basic Gray
Access: White Narrow Grosgrain Ribbon, 1-3/4", 2-1/2" Circle Punches, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Dimensionals

Fall Candy Favors

Paper: Early Espresso, Autumn Spice DSP, More Mustard, Cajun Craze, Old Olive
Access: Big Shot, Scallop Square Clear Die, Daisies Die, Circle Punch, Leaves #2 Die, Crop-A-Dile, Early Espresso Striped Ribbon (cut in half), Twix Candy Bars

Morning Cup Tea Bag Holder

Inside of Tea Bag Holder

Stamps: Morning Cup
Paper: Basic Black, Real Red, So Saffron, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Real Red; Markers: So Saffron, Real Red, Pear Pizzazz
Access: Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Dotted Scallop Ribbon Punch, Scallop Edge Border Punch, 1/8" Real Red Taffeta Ribbon, Tea Bag
Good news if you are going to Leadership, I have some left and will be making more of these to swap at Leadership in January.

Snowman Candy Holder

Stamps: Jolly Old Saint Nick
Paper: Night of Navy, Whisper White, Bashful Blue Designer Prints Paper
Ink: Basic Black; Markers: Real Red, Basic Gray
Access: Big Shot, Scallop Square (cut to make a rectangle), Snowflake and 1-3/8" Circle Punches, White Taffeta Ribbon, Peppermint Patties

I hope you enjoyed visiting here today, please check back tomorrow and I will show you the Make & Takes we made at the regionals.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

It's A Stampin' Up! Halloween

2010-10-31T06:07:00.000-07:00

Where did the month of October go? I have been a bit MIA for the past two weeks as I prepared swaps and attended the Portland, Oregon SU! Regionals, then upon my return the weSTAMP Meetup, then my birthday, and on Friday - Sunday our family went to Tempe for the ASU Homecoming Events including the parade, block party and the game, so I believe it is true that time flies when you are having fun.

I love to decorate the house for Halloween, so today I wanted to share some of my decor with you. I went through the house and took pictures of all the Halloween decorations I made this year. SU! Decor Elements make it so easy to create home decor items, they aren't just for walls.

I used the Spooky Things Decor Elements and the Black Flourish Designer Jewels to decorate these pumpkins for my entryway table. I used the Big Shot and the Leaves #2 Die for the leaves on top.

The candy jar is decorated with the Spooky Spider decor elements.

A simple 11" x 14" black frame is transformed with a piece of Designer Series Paper that has been stamped and a part of the Spooky Things Decor Elements placed on the front of the glass.

The Haunted House is from the Design-a-House that comes unassembled and unfinished so you can create your own look. After assembly, I used Glossy Black spray paint and then sprinkled Dazzling Diamonds Glitter on. I also used Vellum stamped with the Wicked Cool set for the windows. The Bitty Bat punch was used to punch out several bats from the designer series paper and placed on wire that I twisted to hold them in place.

Of course Bella Grace (My SU! Build-A-Bear) has to be dressed for the occasion with her witch hat and glow bracelets.

I hope you all have a Happy Halloween and don't eat too much candy.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Dazzling Diva's October Swaps

2010-10-15T20:04:00.001-07:00

We had our October Dazzling Diva's Meeting last night at the home of Pam Hegarty. She was a wonderful hostess and made each of us a little surprise. Look how cute this is...it is made from the Big Shot Pillow Box Die, with the bottom left open and inside is a cute little Pocket Bac from Bath & Body Works.

The swap theme for this month was to make an Easel Card using any item from the Holiday Mini Catalog. Are you ready to see the awesome swaps......okay here goes!!
Diane's Swap: Bell's & Boughs Set/Very Vanilla Seam Binding/Decorative Label Punch

Vicki's Swap: French Foliage Set/Decorative Label Punch

Pam's Swap: Raven Lace Trim/ Dark & Dreary Set

Linda's Swap: Raven Lace Trim/Tasteful Trim Big Shot Die

Anita's Swap: Tags til Christmas Set/Decorative Label Punch

Jane's Swap: Fang-tastic Set

My swap: French Foliage Set

Stamps: French Foliage, Tiny Tags, Grateful Greetings
Paper: Old Olive, More Mustard, Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla
Ink: Cajun Craze, More Mustard, Old Olive
Access: Big Shot, Scallop Square Die, Leaves #2 Die, Finial Press Embossing Folder; Stylus, Dimensionals, Glue Dots, Vintage Tags, Victoria Crochet Trim, Vintage Trinkets

I hope you enjoyed seeing the talent in my group. Would you like to be a part of my group? Please contact me today to get started. And then you can attend these meetings and be a part of all that Stampin' Up! has to offer it's demonstrators.

See you tomorrow for some of the Halloween decoration I have created using Stampin' Up! products.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

October Dazzling Divas Make & Takes

2010-10-14T23:09:00.001-07:00

The first thing we do at our meetings is eat a delicious dinner.....tonight was no exception...Pam made delicious Green Chile Chicken Burros with all the fixin's brought in by the rest of our group. Appetizers, Salad, Chips, Dip, and Dessert.

Then we proceed to the Make & Take projects, this month Pam and I did the Make & Take projects for everyone that attended.

Pam's Project:

Stamps: Aviary, Wicked Cool, Dark & Dreary(sentiment inside)
Paper: Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White, Wicked Fun DSP
Ink: Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie
Access: Large Oval, Scallop Oval Punches, Pumpkin Pie Brads, Rhinestones, Bitty Bat Punch, Glitter, Dimensionals, Black Waffle Paper, Test Tube & Fall M&M's

Barbara's Project: Anit-Bacterial Gel Holder

Inside view of holder

Stamps: Batty for You, All Holidays
Paper: Basic Gray, Basic Black, Cajun Craze, Whisper White, Wicked Fun DSP
Ink: Basic Black
Access: Rhinestones, Dimensionals, Circle Punches, Modern Label Punch, Big Shot, Finial Press Embossing Folder (Cajun Craze Strip Inside), Pocket Bac from Bath & Body Works

For more versions of the Anit-Bacterial Gel Holder see this post.

Thanks for stopping by today and tomorrow I will show you the awesome swaps I received at our meeting.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Fast and Fabulous Color Challenge 35

2010-10-13T12:51:00.002-07:00

For this week's Stampin' Connection Color Challenge, I am using a Hostess Set that I love. Two step stamping makes for a quick and easy focal point for a card.

Stamps: Fast & Fabulous (hostess set level 2), Curly Cute
Paper: Pacific Point, Marina Mist, Pear Pizzazz, So Saffron, Whisper White
Ink: Pacific Point, Marina Mist, So Saffron; Pear Pizzazz Marker
Access: Eyelet Border Punch, Marina Mist 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals, Rhinestones

Thanks for stopping by today and check back tomorrow when I will be sharing the make & take projects from the Dazzling Divas Meeting.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Wicked Cool weSTAMP Swap

2010-10-08T11:10:00.009-07:00

For the weSTAMP meeting last week (Tues, Sept. 28th) the swap theme was anything with a Fall/Halloween theme. I decided to make a 3D project that I saw at the September to Remember Event (made by Cathy). I used the Wicked Cool Stamp Set and did two different color versions for the swap. What is it????you ask....

Here it is: Basic Black Anit-Bacterial Gel Holder
A box that flips open to reveal a cute little anit-bacterial gel that I found at Bath & Body Works with Halloween themes and scents.

Inside View of Anit-Bacterial Gel Holder

Stamps: Wicked Cool, Grateful Greetings Paper: Wicked Fun DSP, Basic Black, Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry Ink: Basic Black, Rich Razzleberry Access: Rhinestones, Scallop Oval and Large Oval Punches, Decorative Label Punch, Bitty Bat Punch, Markers, Dimensionals, Raven Lace, Black Brads, Big Shot, Spider Web Embossing Folder, Sponge Dauber, Paper Snips

Pumpkin Pie Color Option

Side View of Pumpkin Pie Anit-Bacterial Gel Holder

Inside View of the Pumpkin Pie Anti-Bacterial Gel Holder

All supplies are from Stampin' Up! If you would like to order everything you need to make these, please contact me today. Or you can go HERE to my online ordering site and place your order.

So glad to see that you stopped by today, leave a comment if you wish. See you tomorrow with more creative ideas to share.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

weSTAMP Make & Take

2010-10-07T18:50:00.008-07:00

Last week on Tuesday, September 28th we gathered at Lorri's home for our weSTAMP meeting. I always look forward to seeing this awesome group of ladies each month.

I was in charge of the Make and Take project and designed this Fall Circle Tote.

This is made from a 6" Circle (cut using the Circle Scissors plus)
Stamp: Grateful Greetings
Paper: Cajun Craze, More Mustard, Very Vanilla, Autumn Spice DSP, Brights DSP Prints, Regals DSP Prints
Ink: Cajun Craze, Crumb Cake
Access: Scallop Circle Punch, Fancy Flower Punch, Big Shot, Blossom Party Die, Paper Piercing Tool, Mat Pack, Decorative Label Punch, Sponge Dauber, Large Oval Punch, Old Olive 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Linen Thread

I am glad you stopped by today and check back tomorrow, I will be sharing the swaps I made for the weSTAMP meeting.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Just Believe Color Challenge 34

2010-10-06T11:52:00.001-07:00

This week's color challenge that I host over on Stampin' Connection (a SU! demonstrator only website) features the colors Old Olive, So Saffron, Peach Parfait, Poppy Parade and Whisper White.

Here is the card I created:

Stamps: Just Believe
Paper: Whisper White, Peach Parfait, So Saffron, Old Olive
Ink: Poppy Parade, So Saffron
Markers: Old Olive, Poppy Parade, So Saffron, Peach Parfait
Access: Peach Parfait Poly Twill Ribbon, Dimensionals

Thanks for stopping by today. See you again tomorrow for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Dazzling Divas September Meet & Share

2010-09-30T15:20:00.009-07:00

Over the next few days I will be back-tracking in an effort to catch up on all the events and things I want to show you.

On September 9th, I hosted an awesome group of ladies in my home for our monthly Dazzling Divas Gathering. I really don't think calling it a meeting is worthy, so I will call it a Meet & Share. We did meet at my home, had a delicious dinner, we did two make & takes and then started right in on our shoebox swaps. Each person brought a card that they created and enough supplies for each of us to make the card. We had so much fun laughing, talking, and stamping.

I created and provided this card for our first Make & Take:

Stamps: Paisley Prints, Grateful Greetings Paper: Cajun Craze, Old Olive, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Whisper White Ink: Crumb Cake, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Soft Suede Markers: Soft Suede, Cajun Craze, Always Artichoke Access: Big Shot, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Scallop Oval and Large Oval Punches, 1/8" Pumpkin Pie Taffeta Ribbon, Dimensionals

Here is the second Make & Take designed and provided by Pam Hegarty:
Haunted House

This is made using the Big Shot Milk Carton Die (isn't this just the cutest thing ever) and she used a flickering battery operated tealight in the bottom. So cute, thanks Pam!

Here are all the cards that we made:

Credits:
Top center by Pam;
second row: Left by Anita; Center by Linda, Right by Jane;
third row: Left by Grace, Center by Diane, Right by Barbara (see post HERE for more details);
Bottom center by Vicki

I hope you enjoyed seeing all the awesome talent that these ladies have shared. If you would like to join my team, please contact me for more information.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

I'm Back and a Color Challenge to Share

2010-09-29T13:47:00.007-07:00

Thank you for your patience......
So very sorry for the long absence in posting here on my blog. Life has been a bit crazy and to add to that, I lost the cord for my memory card reader so I couldn't get any pictures off my camera to upload. I have a new cord and now am back to posting.

For today, I want to share the Stampin' Connection Color Challenge card with you, which was also the card I designed for Sept. Dazzling Divas Shoebox swap.

Stamps: Wicked Cool
Paper: Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Basic Black, Whisper White, Brights DSP Prints
Ink: Basic Black, Rich Razzleberry; Marker: Old Olive
Access: Big Shot, Spider Web Embossing Folder, Black Brads, Bitty Bat Punch, Raven Lace, Sticky Strip, Dimensionals, 1"& 1-1/4" Circle Punches

Thanks for stopping by today and check back tomorrow for another project from the Sept. Dazzling Divas Meeting.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Awash with Flowers for the Color Challenge

2010-09-08T22:08:00.001-07:00

Hello and thanks so much for stopping by. I want to share with the card I made for this week's color challenge that I host on Stampin' Connection.

The colors this week are Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, and Certainly Celery.

Stamps: Awash with Flowers, Curly Cute
Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Whisper White
Ink: Early Espresso, Cherry Cobbler, Certainly Celery
Access: Daffodil Delight Taffeta Ribbon, Dimensionals, 1/8" Hole Punch

If you would like to play along, leave a comment with the link to your card so we can see what you design.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

weSTAMP Baby Shower for Pam

2010-09-02T10:08:00.007-07:00

BOY OH BOY!!!
It is so fun to celebrate the upcoming birth of a baby and Pam Wood, a weSTAMPer and special friend, is just that special mom-to-be. We gave her a surprise baby shower on Tuesday night during the weSTAMP meeting. Complete with a baby themed make & take and swap.
Today I wanted to share with you what I created for the shower......

The Diaper Cake.....

Side view of Diaper Cake

Recipe for Diaper Cake:
Stampin' Up! supplies: Delicate Dots DSP (retired SAB 2009), Bashful Blue Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon (retired), Certainly Celery 12 x 12 CS, Marina Mist (letters), Big Shot, Serif Essentials Alphabet Dies, Perfect Polka Dot Impressions Folder, Scallop Circle Die, Sticky Strip, Dimensionals
Other non-SU! - Baby themed ribbons, rubberbands, 72 Diapers, 4 Baby Toys, 4 Burp Cloths, 4 Flannel Receiving Blankets, 5 pairs of socks, 4 Terry Washclothes, Lg. Bottle of Baby Powder and NUK baby bottle (these are in the center), Newborn Baby Booties as the cake topper. All Baby Items are from Carter's.

So as you can see it is a beautiful centerpiece and also a wonderful gift for the new mom-to-be.

Thanks for stopping by, tomorrow I will be sharing with you some of the other items we made for the shower.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

weSTAMP Baby Swap

2010-09-01T15:19:00.005-07:00

This month we changed things up a bit for our weSTAMP meeting. Lorri wanted to have a baby shower for Pam without her knowing. So she decided that it would be the best time to do it on the same night that we have our weSTAMP meetings. Several of us got together and did the decorations, gifts, games and food for this wonderful evening for Pam and her baby boy that is expected on or before November 1st.

The swap theme was Baby cards, here is the card I designed for the swap and also for this week's color challenge over at Stampin' Connection. I hope you like it!

Stamps: Baby Tees Jumbo Wheel, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper: Bashful Blue, Marina Mist, Certainly Celery, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Bashful Blue
Markers: Marina Mist, Bashful Blue, So Saffron, Certainly Celery
Access: Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch, Word Window Punch, Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dot Impressions Folder, Silver Brads, Dimensionals, Sponge Dauber (to create the polka dots on the bashful blue card base)

Thanks for stopping by today and tomorrow be sure to come back, I will show you the adorable Diaper Cake that I made for Pam.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Stampin Addicts 2010 Holiday Mini Blog Hop

2010-08-27T01:20:00.015-07:00

Welcome to the Stampin' Addicts - 2010 Holiday Mini Catalog Blog Hop. The hop will run from noon EST on Friday, August 27 and will end at midnight PST on Sunday, August 29. I hope you will enjoy getting a sneak peek into all the awesome products from Stampin' Up! that will be available to order on Sept. 1st. when the Holiday Mini Catalog goes live.

If you are following the blog hop in order, then you have probably arrived from Jennifer's Blog, Stampin' on the Fly. She is featuring the set "Rejoicing in Christmas".

I am stop #17, featuring the set "A Cute Christmas" and the Candy Cane Christmas Specialty DSP, I loved this set when I first saw it. I hope you like the cards and candy favor box that I created using this set.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the tour. You can continue through all the stops by following the links at the bottom of this post. There are 22 stops in all.

Stamps: A Cute Christmas
Paper: Real Red, Garden Green, Baja Breeze, Whisper White, Candy Cane Christmas DSP
Ink: Basic Black; Markers: Garden Green, Baja Breeze, Real Red, Basic Gray, Crumb Cake
Access: Subtles & Brights Buttons, Linen Thread, Glue Dots, Real Red 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Crop-A-Dile, 1-1/4" Square Punch, Big Shot, Top Note Die, Square Lattice Impressions Folder, Dimensionals

Stamps: A Cute Christmas
Paper: Real Red, Garden Green, Baja Breeze, Whisper White, Candy Cane Christmas DSP
Ink: Basic Black; Markers: Garden Green, Real Red, Daffodil Delight
Access: Rhinestones, Real Red 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Dimensionals

Stamps: A Cute Christmas, Curly Cute
Paper: Real Red, Garden Green, Baja Breeze, Whisper White, Candy Cane Christmas DSP
Ink: Basic Black, Garden Green; Markers: Baja Breeze, Real Red, Blushing Bride, Certainly Celery
Access: Whisper White 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Dimensionals, Circle & Ex. Lg. Scallop Punches, Brights Glimmer Brads, Sponge Dauber

Stamps: A Cute Christmas
Paper: Real Red, Garden Green, Whisper White, Candy Cane Christmas DSP
Ink: Basic Black, Real Red; Markers: Garden Green, Baja Breeze, Real Red, Blushing Bride
Access: Brights Glimmer Brads, Real Red 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Small & Large Oval Punches, Dimensionals, Sticky Strip
For Candy Tote: Big Shot, Box #2 XL Die, Top Note Die, Square Lattice Impressions Folder, Large Oval Punch, Peppermint Candies

That's all I have to show you, I hope you enjoyed visiting my blog on the blog hop today. I love to read your comments, what you liked and which one is your favorite.

The next stop on the blog tour is Holly's Blog, InkPaperStamps, where she is featuring the Northern Frost Decorative Strip Die for the Big Shot.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Dazzling Divas Swap Cards

2010-08-26T22:24:00.010-07:00

Here are the cards I received at our group swap - wow!! I have a great group of talented stampers!! Don't you agree?

Vicki's Card

Pam's Card

Linda's Card

Jane's Card

Grace's Card

Diane's Card

Anita's Card

My swap card can be seen in the blog post here

I hope you are feeling inspired with all these awesome cards. See you tomorrow for the blog hop.

I will be featuring the stamp set "A Cute Christmas" and the Candy Cane Christmas Specialty DSP from the Holiday Mini Catalog.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Dazzling Divas August Get Together

2010-08-26T13:09:00.001-07:00

I wanted to share with you today about this awesome group of ladies. We meet the second Thursday of each month, enjoy delicious food, share ideas and most of all STAMP!!

This month we were at the home of Grace Bachara. She was a wonderful hostess and provided not one, but two 3-D make & takes and a gift for each of us. Vicki provided the card make & take that we each made. We had so much fun stamping together and creating these beautiful projects.

I hope you will enjoy and get inspiration from our projects:
Make & Take card

Make & Take Project #1

Make & Take Project #2

Gift from Grace

My Swap Card

Stamps: Aviary, Tiny Teacup Paper: Poppy Parade, Basic Black, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White Ink: Basic Black, Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Marina Mist Access: Oval Punches, Scallop Trim Border Punch, Black Brads, Dimensionals, Poppy Parade 1/2" Stitched-Poly Ribbon

Check back tomorrow to see the swap cards from the other ladies. You will love them too!!

Also remember coming on Friday at noon EST the Stampin' Addicts Blog Hop begins!!! You won't want to miss out on that.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Aviary Color Challenge

2010-08-25T23:02:00.006-07:00

This week for the Color Challenge Wednesday on Stampin' Connection I decided to feature one of my new favorite color combinations - Early Espresso, Regal Rose, Tempting Turquoise and Wild Wasabi.
Here is the card I designed for the challenge:

Stamps: Aviary
Paper: Early Espresso, Tempting Turquoise, Regal Rose, Wild Wasabi, Whisper White
Ink: Early Espresso, Tempting Turquoise, Wild Wasabi, Regal Rose
Access: Early Espresso 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals

Thanks for stopping by today. I want to remind you that this weekend is the Stampin' Addicts Blog Hop and I am so happy to be participating. All stops will feature a different stamp set from the upcoming Holiday Mini Catalog!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!

~~Barbara

Color Challenge

2010-08-19T22:34:00.005-07:00

I am trying to catch up with life after being away for a few days. Here is the card I created for yesterday's color challenge on Stampin' Connection.
The colors for the challenge are Basic Gray, Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink and Old Olive.

Stamps: Printed Petals, Curly Cute, Itty Bitty Bits
Paper: Basic Gray, Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink, Old Olive, Whisper White, Old Olive DSP Prints
Ink: Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink
Access: Itty Bitty Punches, Itty Bitty Buttons, Circle punches, Rhinestones, Old Olive Satin Ribbon, Dimensionals, Glue Dots

I am so glad you stopped by today.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Color Confections - Orange and Yellow

2010-08-17T02:00:00.002-07:00

I loved seeing all the ideas using our products while feeling like I was in a candy store or bakery.......here are some more of the awesome ideas:

I am so glad you stopped by today and check back tomorrow for some more ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Stampin' Up! has FABRIC!!

2010-08-15T09:46:00.015-07:00

While attending convention, the new fabric that will be available in the Holiday Mini Catalog was on display as only Stampin' Up! can do. There are two combos available and each packet has 3 pieces (fat quarters) of coordinating fabric. Stampin' Up! fabric is larger than the normal "fat quarters" by 6 inches. I was so awesome to see the fabric, touch the fabric and view samples of things made using the fabric too.

Here are some of the samples that were on display using the fabric:

You can make a purse, napkins, placemats, hot pads, coasters, and use it on cards too!
I hope you enjoyed seeing these ideas for ways to use our fabric. The Holiday Mini Catalog goes live for ordering on Sept. 1st. Contact me if you have not received your copy in the mail.

Thanks for stopping by.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Color Confections - Pink and Purple

2010-08-09T19:17:00.013-07:00

Today I want to share with you more of the colors that were shown at convention in the "Sweet Shoppe".

I hope you enjoyed seeing these adorable ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!!
~~Barbara

Color Confections - Halloween

2010-08-07T10:27:00.012-07:00

I know that Halloween is not everyone's favorite holiday but I have to show you the fabulous ideas from the Color Confections Halloween Display at Convention. This part of the "Sweet Shoppe" shows something that everyone will want to do for Halloween.

Milk Carton Die and the Bitty Bat Punch

Love the cupcake holders made out of DSP

Great ideas for using the Decor Elements

Trays of goodies for your Halloween Party

I hope this inspires a little creativity for the Halloween season. Check back for more creative ideas tomorrow.......until then, have a great weekend!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Color Confections - Christmas

2010-08-06T02:00:00.001-07:00

At Convention there was a huge display that was set up to look like a Bakery or Sweet Shop called "Color Confections". Everything in this display was made using Stampin' Up! cardstock, designer papers, and accessories.

Today I am featuring the Christmas Display, which was one of my favorites. It shows many of the items that are now available to demonstrators only during the pre-order. For customers, you can begin ordering on September 1st.

Full View of Christmas Display

Close-ups of the items featured in this display - FABRIC!! DSP!!!

Look....Big Designer Buttons and a Decorated House......

use the Tasteful Trim Big Shot Die and our fabric to create beautiful packages

I could have looked at this display for hours. It was so awesome and so many ideas to absorb at one time. Check back for another part of the Color Confections Display from Convention.

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you are having a wonderful Friday!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

A New Baby to Cuddle

2010-08-05T02:00:00.002-07:00

After making the baby shower invitations and favors along with making the diaper cake as the shower gift.............

Stamps: Animal Stories, Something Sweet, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper: Whisper White, Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip
Ink: Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip
Access: Diaper Card Pattern, Purchased white coin envelopes, hole punch, Chocolate Chip Grosgrain Ribbon, 1" Circle Punch, Word Window Punch, Star Punch

......Krystle, sister of Kelsey's boyfriend, had her baby! He was a little anxious and couldn't wait until his due date which was Thursday, Aug. 5th. Jacob Romi Rivas was born on Tuesday, August 3rd at 4:30 pm (Arizona time). He weighed 7 lbs, 11.8 ozs and was 21 inches long.

Kelsey and I designed this sign to welcome Baby Jacob. It is 12" x 12" and will be put in a frame to hang in his room. I saw this idea at Convention and knew it would be the perfect thing to make for a new baby.

Stamps: Animal Stories
Paper: Chocolate Chip, Bashful Blue, DSP Prints: Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White
Ink: Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip
Access: Chocolate Chip Grosgrain Ribbon, Circle Punches

Kelsey holding Jacob just after he was born!

Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you are inspired by our ideas for everything baby!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Color Challenge and More!!

2010-08-04T14:38:00.006-07:00

Happy Wednesday - I hope you are having a great day and glad that you have stopped by my blog to see what I am going to share today. I am taking a break from Convention posts, (I need to finish editing the 1386 photos I took while at convention), to bring you the Wednesday Color Challenge for this week.

Each Wednesday, I host the Color Challenge on Stampin' Connection. This week I am using the Make & Take card we made at our weSTAMP meeting last week. I can't take full credit for this card, it was designed by Leah. I absolutely fell in love with the colors she used.

Stamps: Apple Blossoms Paper: Sunny Garden DSP, Pear Pizzazz, Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Peach Parfait, Whisper White Ink: Poppy Parade, Peach Parfait, Daffodil Delight Access: Pear Pizzazz 1/2" Stitched-Poly Ribbon, Word Window Punch, Dimensionals, Old Olive Brad

That's all for today, hope to see you back again tomorrow.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Make and Takes Convention Style

2010-08-03T02:00:00.001-07:00

On Thursday afternoon our group tackled the Make & Take projects. Here we are trying to finish on time.....which almost never happens!
The projects are made with the NEW sets we got in our convention bag. We received two sets, a single stamp and a wheel.

Projects using the Just Believe Set

Inside of Just for You Pouch

Cards using the Paisley Prints Set

Thanks So Much Card Pocket and 3 x 3 cards

The make and takes are always very simple and easy to do for a class. I hope you like the ideas I shared with you today. Check back tomorrow for more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Can You Say Flower Power Party.......

2010-08-02T01:00:00.000-07:00

......Yes we can, Stampin' Up! style. On Wednesday evening, during Convention, Stampin' Up! threw a Flower Power Party and challenged everyone to dress in their grooviest clothes.
From Left to Right: Jane, Me, Madonna, Linda R.
Here we are waiting in line for the doors too open......all dressed and ready to do the hoola-hoop, play twister, and be with friends.

My Groovy Group!!
Back Row: Pam, Linda B., Diane, Linda R. Laura, Anita
Front Row: Madonna, Melissa, Me, Lorri

After the party was over, we went back to our hotel and had our group gift exchange. It has become a tradition that we exchange gifts with each other at Convention. These ladies are so talented and I loved all the wonderful gifts I received.

Today I will show you the gift that I made for everyone in my group that attended convention. I made a magnetic board, customized with the first letter of each person's name. They are 8" x 8" and the ribbon is attached through Jumbo Eyelets.(I used the Crop-A-Dile to punch the holes and set the eyelets). I used Sweet Pea DSP (now retired). There were several different designs.

Magnetic Board

Close up of Magnets that I made for each, designed based on which piece of paper I used from the DSP pack. I used one button magnet and 2 small clothespins with magnets attached on the back. I covered them in DSP and decorated each one. Also I printed the Convention Logo off the computer and had that hanging off one of the magnets.

So much fun and I will share some of the other gifts with you later on this week. Thanks for stopping by and check back for more convention pictures and swap cards.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

New Catalog MEGA Blog Hop

2010-07-30T00:14:00.014-07:00

Welcome to the Stampin' Addicts New Catalog MEGA Blog Hop where we are showcasing NEW stamp sets. I am featuring the stamp set "Morning Cup". The perfect set for the tea or coffee lover.

If you are starting the hop with my blog I am so glad you stopped by.

Now for my projects using the "Morning Cup" stamp set. I absolutely fell in love with this set the minute I saw it in the new catalog.

Morning Coffee

Paper: Marina Mist, Real Red, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Marina Mist; Markers: Marina Mist, Real Red
Access: Large Oval, Oval Scallop, Scallop Trim Border Punches, Daffodil Delight Taffeta Ribbon, Rhinestone, Dimensionals

Caffeine Isn't a Drug

Paper: Baja Breeze, Pear Pizzazz, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Greenhouse Gala DSP
Ink: Basic Black; Markers: Baja Breeze, Real Red, Sahara Sand, Chocolate Chip
Access: Large Silver Brads, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Dimensionals, Color Spritzer Tool, Paper Piercing Tool

Gift Card Holder

Paper: Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Greenhouse Gala DSP
Ink: Chocolate Chip; Markers: Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip
Access: Early Espresso Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals

Gift Card Holder Inside

I hope you have enjoyed all my projects.... please leave me a comment to let me know you were here.

Thanks for stopping by and remember the blog hop ends on Sunday night at midnight. After Sunday I will continue posting my convention pictures and more creative ideas.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Stampin' Addicts Meet & Greet Event at Convention

2010-07-29T20:39:00.025-07:00

On Wednesday afternoon I enjoyed getting together with some of my Stampin' Addicts friends. The food was delicious and the organized swaps for this event were the best!!

Here is my group at the Meet & Greet enjoying some delicious food

Let the swapping begin!!!!

Here are the swaps I created for each of the organized swaps that I participated in:

SA Meet & Greet General Card Swap

Christmas Card Swap - Delightful Decorations

Christmas Card Swap - Welcome Christmas

New Colors Swap - Early Espresso

New Colors Swap - Cherry Cobbler
Just Right 3-D Swap Fancy Favor Box

Just Right 3-D Swap - Convention Survival Kit

Convention Survival Kit - open

It's All in the Details Swap - Group 3

It's All in the Details Swap - Group 2
It's All in the Details Swap - Group 1

Simply Adorned Inserts Swap -Front View

Flip-side of Simply Adorned Inserts
Trading Card Swap - Two Groups

Big Shot Fabric Swap - Business Card Holder
I hope you enjoyed seeing all the creative swaps I designed for this wonderful event during convention. If you have any questions on products used feel free to email me or leave a comment and I will get back to you.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Check-In Day at Convention

2010-07-27T23:21:00.002-07:00

Swapping is always a highlight of convention and starts at the airport and continues throughout the week. My general swap cards are at the bottom of this post, so keep reading.........

The first day of convention is always full of the best surprises.......getting the official convention bag with your stamp sets.........

Shopping at Memento Mall...................

and SWAPPING............................

One of my General Convention Swaps
I used the Sweet Scoops Stamp Set

Another of my General Convention Swaps
This card features the Elements of Style Stamp Set

Another one of my General Convention Swaps
For this one I used the Vintage Voque Stamp Set

I hope you enjoyed looking at all this awesome stuff from Convention.....check back tomorrow for more highlights.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!!
~~Barbara

Back to Life After Convention!

2010-07-26T09:49:00.009-07:00

I have returned safely, along with all my bags, swaps, and dirty laundry......after being away for 6 wonderful days at the annual Stampin' Up! Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah. Thanks to all the wonderful gals in my group for an awesome time and many memories.

Today I want to share with you the 3D swaps I made for general floor swapping at Convention.
Pencil Holder using Tart and Tangy Stamp Set

Paper: Night of Navy, Real Red, Whisper White, Garden Green DSP Prints
Ink: Markers: Real Red, Garden Green
Access: Scallop Circle, 1", 1-3/8" Circle Punches, Paper Crimper, Dimensionals

Post it Note Purse

Here is the Rose Red version, I also made Tempting Turquoise and Pumpkin Pie with the Island Oasis DSP
Access: 5-Petal Flower, Boho Blossoms Punches, Paper Piercing Tool, Rhinestone Brads, Old Olive 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon

Inside of the post it note purse...Love that these post-it note pads were in the right colors!!

View from our room on the 17th Floor of the Hilton!

Thanks for being patient while I was away, and be sure to check back tomorrow for Check-in Day Photos and more creative samples.

I am so glad you stopped by today, see you tomorrow!!
Live, Laugh, Love and Stamp!
~Barbara

New Stampin' Up! Catalogs................

2010-07-13T14:05:00.007-07:00

Have you seen this awesome new catalog................it is so beautiful and full of wonderful new stamp sets, new colors of ink and cardstock and lots of new accessories.

Would you like to have your own copy I have them available now.........if you live in the Phoenix area, you can come by and pick yours up....they are $5.00each. If you would like it shipped to you they are $10.00 and will be sent priority mail.

Please contact me today to purchase yours. Each copy includes a $10.00 coupon off your first order that you place directly through me.....this offer is only available through me and not through Stampin' Up!

Email me at cre8tivestamper@cox.net or click the PayPal Button below and I will get it to you right away.
Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~Barbara

Last Chance Blog Hop - Bloomin' Beautiful

2010-06-11T09:22:00.012-07:00

Welcome to the Stampin' Addicts Blog Hop featuring sets that are on the Last Chance List and will only be available until June 30th.

The set that I am featuring is BLOOMIN' BEAUTIFUL. This set is one of my favorites for watercoloring and is also very versatile for many different occasions.

Stamps: Bloomin' Beautiful
Paper: Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink, Melon Mambo Prints DSP, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Melon Mambo, Certainly Celery
Access: Large Oval and Scallop Oval Punches, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Dimensionals, Aqua Painter, Black 5/8" Grosgrain and Black Gingham Ribbon

Stamps: Bloomin Beautiful
Paper: Almost Amethyst, Basic Gray, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Almost Amethyst, Certainly Celery, Basic Gray
Access: Aqua Painter, White Organza Ribbon, Dimensionals

Stamps: Bloomin' Beautiful
Paper: Bermuda Bay, Kraft, Certainly Celery, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Bermuda Bay, Certainly Celery, Dusty Durango
Access: Aqua Painter, Bermuda Bay Grosgrain Ribbon, Rhinestones, Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dot Impressions Folder, Dimensionals, Linen Thread, Crop-A-Dile

I hope you liked the ideas that I shared with you today. Leave a comment to let me know you were here.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

SC Color Challenge Wednesday

2010-06-10T09:01:00.006-07:00

Yesterday I posted the color challenge on Stampin' Connection, an online forum exclusively for SU! demonstrators. The colors for this week's challenge are Tempting Turquoise, Pumpkin Pie and Old Olive. I used the new Island Oasis DSP as my inspiration for the colors.

I thought I would share with you the card I made for the challenge:

Stamps: On Your Birthday, Tropical Party
Paper: Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White, Island Oasis DSP
Ink: Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Tempting Turquoise
Access: Circle Punches, Tempting Turquoise Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals, Paper Snips

Remember the Starter Kit is only $99 through June, I would love to have you join my team and enjoy the benefits of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator!!! Contact me today for more details.

Check back later today for another card using these colors that I created for my swap for tonight's downline meeting. I am so glad you stopped by today.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Last Chance Lists

2010-06-02T09:52:00.005-07:00

June 1st brings a combination of emotions......happy and excited to see a Sneak Peek into what's new for the upcoming catalog, anticipating that first order to arrive with the new Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog inside.....and also sad to see which old favorite stamp sets and accessories will be going away.

Click HERE for the List of Retiring Stamp Sets

Click HERE for the List of Retiring Accessories

Click HERE for the list of Retiring Decor Elements Items

Place your order today as supplies are limited and will sell out fast.

Live, Laugh Love and STAMP!!
~Barbara

My Father-in-Law

2010-05-21T12:41:00.004-07:00

It has been a very tough week for our family. Last Friday was a very sad day, we had to say goodbye to my husband's father, Donald Welch, aka Grandpa to his grandchildren. He suffered a heart attack on Tuesday, May 11th and passed away Friday, May 14th.

We are all saddened by the sudden loss, and very grateful for all the thoughts and prayers offered up on his behalf and for our family during this difficult time from our many friends.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

SC Color Challenge 17

2010-05-19T09:29:00.005-07:00

I host the Wednesday Color Challenge over on Stampin' Connection, and this week it features one of the In Colors that will no longer be available after June 30th.

Stamps: Thoughts & Prayers, Elements of Style, For All You Do
Paper: Soft Suede, Old Olive, Crushed Curry, Very Vanilla
Ink: Old Olive, Soft Suede, Crushed Curry; Markers: Soft Suede, Old Olive
Access: Old Olive Brads, Hole Punch, Crushed Curry Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals

Thanks for stopping by today. If you want to place an order for the retiring colors don't delay they are going fast. You can see the color renovation in this post.

Live, Laugh, Love and Stamp!!
~~Barbara

SC Color Challenge

2010-05-05T10:28:00.008-07:00

I host the Wednesday Color Challenge on Stampin' Connection, the online forum for Stampin' Up! demonstrators, each week and here is the card I created for this week's challenge. I am going to miss these colors when they retire at the end of June.

I love this set, I hope it gets to stay around another year. The Greenhouse Garden stamp set is a 2-step stamp set, meaning there are 2 stamps to create one finished image.

To stamp the flowers I inked the bold image and stamped off, then stamped the image onto the vanilla panel, this gives you a lighter color of the same ink. I then inked the second image (the lined image that fills in the center of the flower) and stamped with full ink onto the vanilla panel. This technique gives you the best color match for a 2-step stamping set.

Stamps: Greenhouse Garden, Three Little Words
Paper: Bermuda Bay, Dusty Durango, Very Vanilla
Ink: Bermuda Bay, Dusty Durango
Access: Big Shot, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Scallop Trim Border Punch, Gold Brads, Bermuda Bay Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals

I love that you stopped by today and enjoy reading your comments, please leave one if you wish.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Messages for Mom

2010-05-03T10:42:00.005-07:00

Here is a card I created for my downline swap in April. I just realized that I hadn't posted it and wanted to share with you before sending it to my mother for Mother's Day.

Stamps: Messages for Mom, Vintage Vogue
Paper: Tea Party DSP, Almost Amethyst, Lovely Lilac, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White
Ink: Lovely Lilac, Pretty in Pink
Access: Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon, Eyelet Border Punch, Silver Brads, Rhinestone, Dimensionals

Thanks for stopping by today.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

It's Here....Stampin' Addicts Summer Mini Blog Hop

2010-04-30T05:00:00.010-07:00

Welcome to the Stampin' Addicts Summer Mini Blog Hop.....sit back and relax and get ready to see what is coming in the NEW Summer Mini Catalog from Stampin' Up! The first day to order is Saturday, May 1st.

I am so glad you stopped by my blog today on your way through the blog hop.

I am stop #4, and I am featuring the "In A Word" stamp set and the "Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder". I hope you like what I have created to share with you.

Together Card

Stamps: Cheep Talk, In A Word
Paper: Chocolate Chip, Certainly Celery, Rose Red, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Brown, Pumpkin Pie, Rose Red; Markers: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive
Access: Large Oval, Scallop Oval, Wide Oval, Scallop Edge Punches, Chocolate Chip 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Big Shot, Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Dimensionals

Sorry Card

Stamps: Watercolor Trio, In A Word
Paper: Always Artichoke, Mellow Moss, Ruby Red, Whisper White
Ink: Mellow Moss; Markers: Ruby Red, Always Artichoke
Access: Scallop Edge Punch, 1/4" Circle Punch, Designer Label Punch, Dimensionals, Ruby Red Brads, Always Artichoke Grosgrain Ribbon, Big Shot, Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Marvelous Card

Stamps: In A Word
Paper: Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White, Razzleberry Lemonade DSP
Ink: Rich Razzleberry
Access: Big Shot, Flower Layers #3 Die, Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Horizontal Slot Punch, Dimensionals, Crushed Curry and Rich Razzleberry Grosgrain Ribbons, Paper Piercing Tool and Mat Set

Bag in a Box Tote
Finished Size: 6"T x 3-1/2"D x 6-1/2"W

Stamps: In A Word
Paper: Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry, Whisper White, Razzleberry Lemonade DSP
Ink: Rich Razzleberry
Access: Big Shot, Flower Layers #3 Die, Big Bold Cupcake Dies, Top Note Die, Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Dimensionals, Crushed Curry Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, Crop-A-Dile, Jumbo Pewter Eyelets, Linen Thread, Corner Rounder

Check out the Stampin' Addicts website HERE ...Postively Creative! Positively Stampin' Up!

Thanks for stopping by. Leave a comment, I love to hear from you!!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!!
~~Barbara

Blog Hop coming soon......

2010-04-29T04:00:00.002-07:00

I will be participating in the upcoming Stampin' Addicts Summer Mini Blog Hop this weekend. The blog hop will feature items from the Stampin' Up! Summer Mini catalog which goes live on May 1st.

The fun begins on Friday, April 30th at Noon (EST). There will be 23 stops and you can start with my blog and follow the links to see all the blogs.

I hope you will come back and check out all the awesome ideas using the new Stampin' Up! products featured in the Summer Mini Catalog.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!!
~~Barbara

Summer Brights

2010-04-28T11:40:00.007-07:00

Each Wednesday I host the Color Challenge on Stampin' Connection, an online forum with Stampin' Up! for demonstrators only, and this week I designed these two cards for the challenge. I am in the mood for summer and the bright colors are everywhere.

Stamps: Awash with Flowers, Well Scripted Paper: Ballet Blue, Pixie Pink, Crushed Curry, Green Galore, Whisper White Ink: Pixie Pink, Ballet Blue, Crushed Curry,Green Galore, Basic Black Access: Pinking Hearts Border Punch, Crushed Curry Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon,
Dimensionals

Stamps: Sweetheart, Well Scripted
Paper: Ballet Blue, Pixie pink, Crushed Curry, Green Galore, Whisper White
Ink: Green Galore, Basic Black
Access: Various sizes circle punches, jumbo silver grommet, Scallop edge punch, Dimensionals, Crushed Curry Ribbon, Horizontal Slot Punch, Paper Piercing Tool

Thanks for stopping by and seeing what I have created, if you like what you see, please leave me a comment.
Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Time for a Renovation

2010-04-07T10:06:00.004-07:00

...not a home renovation but a Stampin' Up! Color Renovation!!! I want to share with you this exciting news that Stampin' Up! has announced to all demonstrators..... a refreshing, updated color palette. The new color collections will include 25 of your Current Favorites, Welcome Back to 10 of the past In Colors, (Baja Breeze, Melon Mambo, Pink Pirouette, Rich Razzleberry, Riding Hood Red, River Rock, Soft Suede, Tangerine Tango and Wild Wasabi), and Hello to 5 new colors, (Marina Mist, Daffodil Delight, Cherry Cobbler, Cajun Craze and Early Espresso), and our current Kraft cardstock will be renamed Crumb Cake and will have ink, markers and accessories to match...yummy!!

While adding new colors is wonderful, it is sad to bid a fond farewell to 31 of our current colors.
Now is the time to stock up on your favorite colors of cardstock, markers, ink pads, reinkers and accessories before they are gone. Contact me if you have any questions and when you are ready to place your order.

The following colors will be gone at the end of June 2010.

Bold Brights
glorious green
green galore
gable green
yoyo yellow
only orange
pink passion
pixie pink
orchid opulence
lovely lilac
brilliant blue

Earth Elements
close to cocoa
creamy caramel
really rust
ruby red
cameo coral
summer sun

Rich Regals
bordering blue
brocade blue
ballet blue
taken with teal
handsome hunter

Soft Subtles
pale plum
blush blossom
apricot appeal
barely banana
mellow moss
sage shadow
almost amethyst
lavender lace

Neutrals
basic brown
going gray

If you are as excited as I am and can't wait to be part of this new Color Renovation, you can get your hands on these new colors early (as a Demonstrator, we will be able to order them before the new catalog comes out), I would love to have you join my Love "BEE"ing Creative Team.

Contact me for more details on becoming a demonstrator and once you sign up you will receive an exclusive gift to help you get started from me for joining.

Have a creative day......

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!

~~Barbara

Happy Easter

2010-04-04T10:51:00.003-07:00

I hope you are enjoying this blessed day with your family and friends. I have a card to share with you today, these are my Easter cards this year............

Pam showed us how to make this adorable bunny at our last downline meeting, which was part of our make & take project. I loved it so much I had to use it on my Easter cards.
Stamps: Well Scripted
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink
Paper: Pretty in Pink, Certainly Celery, Basic Black, Whisper White, Barely Banana, Tea Party DSP
Access: Punches: Small Oval, Large Oval, 1-3/8" Circle, 1-3/4" Circle, 1/2" Circle, 1/4" Circle, Wide Oval, Scalloped Oval, Trio Flower; 1/8" Hole Punch, Basic Black and Real Red Markers, White Gel Pen, Dimensionals, Sponge Dauber, 5/8" Certainly Celery Grosgrain Ribbon

I hope you enjoyed this visit from the Easter Bunny....Happy Easter to you and your family!

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

You Don't Have To Be Irish To.....

2010-03-17T13:10:00.005-07:00

enjoy St. Patrick's Day! So make it a great day everyone!!

I made this card for last weeks Color Challenge that I hosted on Stampin' Connection.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Stamps: Go Green
Paper: Green Galore, Glorious Green, Gable Green, Whisper White
Ink: Glorious Green
Access: Build-A-Brad, 1/2" Circle Punch, Big Shot, Embosslit Scalloped Heart of Hearts, Sizzlets Lots of Tags, White Taffeta Ribbon, Wide Oval Punch, Dimensionals

Thanks for stopping by today.
Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

Tote Bags in All Sizes......

2010-03-06T13:54:00.015-07:00

I am so Addicted to Sewing these tote bags that once I got started making them using the Big Shot, and the Square Scallop Die, I can't stop. I have sold almost 30 to date and still have several more cut out and ready to sew. I thought I would share with you the ones I have available right now. For those of you who have told me you are sewing challenged here is the perfect opportunity for you to get one of these without having to sew!! they make great gifts too!!
I make my totes with the lining squares all the same, unless noted, and use a coordinating fabric for the handles. Each has a center magnetic closure.
I make 3 different sizes to choose from:
Small (approx. 11"W x 7" tall x 4"D)
Medium (approx. 10"W x 11"H x 4" D)
Large (approx. 15"W x 11"H x 4" D)
I will also take special orders and have many fabrics on hand to choose from.

B1031 - Medium Tote: Black and White with touches of Pink
The seams are clipped and then washed to give it the ragged look.
The handles are made from the black w/white dots and the lining is black w/ small pink flowers.

B1032 - Large Tote: Brown, White and touches of Blue
The seams have been clipped and then washed to give it the ragged look
The handles are from the brown with tiny white dots
The lining is the brown with white flowers

B1034 - Medium Tote: Lt. Turquoise and Off White
This one has not been washed yet
The handles are from the off white polka dots and the lining is a coordinating lt. turquoise scroll pattern.

B1033 - Medium Tote: Brown, White and Pink
The seams are clipped and then washed to give it the ragged look
The handles are from the brown with white flowers and the lining is the brown with tiny white dots

B1035 - Large Tote: Lt. Turquoise and Off White
This one has not been washed yet
The handles are from the scroll patterned fabric and the lining is a coordinating off white/lt. turquoise polka dot

B1036 - Medium Tote: Lt. Turquoise and Off White
This one has not been washed yet
The handles are from the scroll patterned fabric and the lining looks the same as the front.

I will post more as I complete them. But feel free to email me with any questions or to place your order. If you live local you can stop by and pick it up or if you are out of town, I can ship anywhere in the US. Please email me at cre8tivestamper@cox.net (or click email link on the upper right side bar of this blog) for more details.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

VSN Winter Olympics - Final Part 4

2010-03-03T13:28:00.008-07:00

I am so glad you are back to see the final part of my VSN Winter Olympic Challenge cards. I love to participate in these Virtual Stamp Night Challenges....the challenges are not only fun, but give you the opportunity to use many different stamps and supplies, also to do new techniques or to remind you of those that you haven't done recently.

cont'd: Saturday Challenges

"Bundled Up" Callenge
Whether bundling up to get to the venue or bundling up because we’ll be outside watching an event ~keeping warm is a must. So lets bundle up our cards and keep 'em warm and toasty!! The challenge is to "bundle" the card, ends must fold over each other-like a tri-fold card- and has to be wrapped at least twice by something…ribbon, twine,etc.
My tri-fold card for the "Bundled Up" Challenge

Stamps: Garden from the Heart
Paper: Night of Navy, Old Olive, Barely Banana, Whisper White, Night of Navy DSP (hostess)
Ink: Basic Black, Night of Navy; Markers: Creamy Caramel, Old Olive, Barely Banana
Access: Dimensionals, Eyelet Border Punch, Curly Label Punch, Paper Snips, Old Olive 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Chocolate Chip Epoxy Brads

How to make my tri-fold card: I used a piece of 12 x 12 Cardstock; cut to 5-1/2" x 12"; scored at 4-1/4" and 8-5/8", then used the Eyelet border punch on the outside edge.

"Tickets Please" Challenge
To go to the Olympic Games, one of the most important things to take with you and have on you at all times is your tickets to the event!!! The challenge is to make something to hold your tickets so you won’t lose them – by making a pocket card.
My card for the Tickets Please" Challenge

Stamps: Starring You
Paper: Raspberry Lemonade, Melon Mambo, Crushed Curry
Ink: Melon Mambo
Access: Gold Brads, Scallop Circle, Scallop Edge and Star Punches, Dimensionals, Corner Rounder, Paper Piercing Tool, Sticky Strip

"In Hot Water" Challenge
After waiting for 4 years between Olympic games, sometimes, you need an explanation of just what the event is, what are the rules, how do countries and athletes prepare? This challenge was a chance to scratch your head a little, to use an old technique that will seem very new to many, Tea Bag folding. It's one of the 'original' paper arts.
My card for the "In Hot Water" Challenge

Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper: Sending Love Specialty DSP, Pretty in Pink, Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Access: Very Vanilla Satin Ribbon, Clear Button, 3/4" Circle Punch, Modern Label Punch, Big Shot, Scallop Circle Die

I hope you have enjoyed seeing all the cards I created for the VSN weekend.
Thanks for stopping by today.

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

VSN Winter Olympics - Part 3

2010-03-02T10:50:00.011-07:00

I hope you aren't getting tired of seeing my VSN Challenge cards yet, I still have several to share with you.

cont'd: Saturday's VSN Challenges

"Going for the Gold, Silver, Bronze" Challenge
With all the talk about winning gold, silver and bronze, sometimes the Olympics just sounds like a metals commodity exchange. The challenge was to create something using a faux metal technique and incorporate it into a card. Because Olympic winners are presented their medals hanging on a ribbon, must use ribbon on your card.
My Card for "Going for the Gold, Silver, Bronze" Challenge

Stamps: Baroque Motifs
Paper: Basic Black, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Pretty in Pink
Access: Big Shot, Embosslit Flower Burst, Silver Brads, Black Satin Ribbon, Dimensionals

How to make my Faux Metal: Most faux metal techniques requires embossing powder, I do not have any of the metallic powders, so I used aluminum foil and my Big Shot with the Embosslits Flower Burst die.

"Go For The Gold" Challenge
Olympic athletes come to the games to compete for the top honor of winning the Gold Medal. This challenge was to GO FOR THE GOLD by using GOLD on your card!
My card for "Go for the Gold Challenge"

Stamps: Razzle Dazzle, Oval All
Paper: Rich Razzleberry, Kraft, Crushed Curry, Whisper White, Raspberry Lemonade DSP
Ink: Rich Razzleberry; Markers: Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Crushed Curry
Access: Big Shot, Top Note Die, Large Oval, Scalllop Oval, Eyelet Border Punches, Rich Razzleberry Grosgrain Ribbon, Gold Brads, Dimensionals, Paper Piercing Tool

"Sharpen Your Blades" Challenge
Many events in the Winter Olympics require you to "sharpen your blades"...figure skating, speed skating, short track, luge, bobsled...for stamper's we have "scoring blades". The challenge was to use your scoring blade to make a decorative pattern using scored lines.
My Card for the "Sharpen Your Blades" Challenge

Stamps: Thoughts and Prayers
Paper: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Cameo Coral, Whisper White
Ink: Chocolate Chip; Markers:Cameo Coral, Old Olive
Access: Scoring Tool, Scor-Pal Board, Gold Brads, Paper Piercing Tool, Old Olive 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals

"Triple Inspiration" Challenge
Olympics is all about inspiration, and training to be the best of the best. This challenge was to make a card for the person in your life that inspires you and to use 3 different ribbons in your creation.
My card for the Triple Inspiration" Challenge

Stamps: Whimsical Words
Paper: Welcome Neighbor DSP, Bermuda Bay, Melon Mambo, Kraft, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black
Access: Big Shot, Top Note Die, Designer Lable Punch, 1/8" Hole Punch, Dimensionals

Thanks for stopping by today and check back for Part 4 for the final challenge cards!!!!
Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara

New Digital Downloads for MDS

2010-03-01T12:20:00.006-07:00

Spring is almost here and now you have three new digital downloads to help add new life to all your My Digital Studio projects! You will love these new ribbons, Designer Series papers, and 3-D box patterns, and they’ll make the perfect addition to your My Digital Studio library.

Item Number	Name	Price
121063	Satin Ribbon - Digital Download	$3.95
120171	Mini Project Boxes - Digital Download	$1.95
120172	Springs Shades Designer Series paper - Digital Download	$4.95

Use the search keyword DWNLDA in OEX to see these new images, and place your order today!

What, you don't have the My Digital Studio software yet? You can order it online HERE or contact me to place an order.

My Digital Studio - Item # 118108

Price: $79.95

Live, Laugh, Love and STAMP!
~~Barbara